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Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

Study Plan

A.A. 2024/2025 A.A. 2023/2024 A.A. 2022/2023 A.A. 2021/2022 A.A. 2020/2021 A.A. 2019/2020 A.A. 2018/2019 A.A. 2017/2018 A.A. 2016/2017 A.A. 2015/2016 A.A. 2014/2015 A.A. 2013/2014 A.A. 2012/2013 A.A. 2011/2012 A.A. 2010/2011 A.A. 2009/2010

This information is intended exclusively for students already enrolled in this course.
If you are a new student interested in enrolling, you can find information about the course of study on the course page:

Laurea magistrale in Lingue per la comunicazione turistica e commerciale - Enrollment from 2025/2026

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

CURRICULUM TIPO:

1° Year 

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
1st foreign language
9
B
L-OR/21
9
B
L-LIN/12
9
B
L-LIN/04
9
B
L-LIN/14
9
B
L-LIN/07
9
B
L-LIN/21
2nd foreign language
9
B
L-OR/21
9
B
L-LIN/12
9
B
L-LIN/04
9
B
L-LIN/14
9
B
L-LIN/07
9
B
L-LIN/21
6
B
IUS/04
9
B
SECS-P/08
6
B
SECS-P/07
6
C
SECS-P/12

2° Year   activated in the A.Y. 2025/2026

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
1st or 2nd foreign language
6
B
L-LIN/21
6
B
L-LIN/12
6
B
L-LIN/04
6
B
L-LIN/14
6
B
L-LIN/07
6
B
L-OR/21
6
B
INF/01
9
B
SECS-P/08
6
B
SECS-P/07
6
C
SECS-P/11
Final exam
15
E
-
Modules Credits TAF SSD
Between the years: 1°- 2°
Project work o stage
9
F
-
Between the years: 1°- 2°
12
D
-
Between the years: 1°- 2°
Further linguistic skills
6
F
-

Legend | Type of training activity (TTA)

TAF (Type of Educational Activity) All courses and activities are classified into different types of educational activities, indicated by a letter.

A Basic activities
B Characterizing activities
C Related or complementary activities
D Activities to be chosen by the student
E Final examination
F Other training activities
S Placements in companies, public or private institutions and professional associations

Varieties of English [Cognomi M-Z]  (2024/2025)

Teaching code

4S002972

Teacher

Sharon Hartle

Coordinator

Sharon Hartle

Credits

9

Language

English en

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

L-LIN/12 - LANGUAGE AND TRANSLATION - ENGLISH

Period

II semestre (Area Lingue e letterature straniere) dal Feb 17, 2025 al May 24, 2025.

Courses Single

Authorized

Lessons timetable MoodleMoodle Seminars 0

Learning objectives

The course is aimed at illustrating the development and diversification of the English language in its varieties. It is also aimed at shedding light on the factors that have determined the emergence of Englishes in their plurality and at providing insights into linguistic, cultural and ideological issues related to the diverse contexts and uses of Englishes and English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) in the world. The latter will also be analyzed in its use in professional contexts. Language competence in English to be acquired: C2 level - Common European Framework of Reference for languages.

Prerequisites and basic notions

Requirements to be able to follow the course.
A C2 level of English is required to be able to follow this course.
Pre-requisite for the final exam:
A C2 level language certificate (Common European Framework of Reference) should be obtained through CLA or through external institutions and validated by the CLA.
As stated in the "Regulatory Handbook for Students in the Foreign Languages and Literatures Area," the validity of the C2 language certification obtained from October 1, 2024, is three years from the date of attainment.

Program

During the course we will cover and discuss aspects related to the historical evolution of the English language, its spread and its geographical diversification.The focus will be placed on phenomena of linguistic and cultural context and on processes of language change in the different contexts of use of the English language, including its role as a global language, also within the professional context.
Main Topics of the course:
Part One:
Key concepts in the study of English(es)
Models for understanding the spread of English
Language contact phenomena: hybridity in World Englishes, English-based pidgins and creoles
English in different areas of the world
English as a global language: English as a Lingua Franca and English as Business Lingua Franca.
Part Two:
Implications of the pluralism of Varieties of English for learning and teaching the language.

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Didactic methods

Teaching Methodology
The course will consist of a blended learning approach which combines face to face classroom lectures with classroom discussion and the use of digital tools; the students are encouraged to participate actively in the discussions.
NB
The programme is the same for attending and non attending students. Those who are unable to attend are in any case warmly advised to do the work, which is available on the Moodle platform and to contact the lecturer during office hours (see the timetable available on the lecturer's departmental page).
Supplementary materials
Supplementary materials and activities will be provided on the Moodle platform for this specific course. Students are, in any case, advised to contact the lecturer by mail or during office hours if they need to make up missed lessons.

Learning assessment procedures

Pre-requisite: C2 level language certificate (Common European Framework of Reference), obtained through CLA or through external institutions and validated by the CLA
Type of exam: Oral exam in English. The questions will be on the theoretical issues and examples of English varieties covered in the course.

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE

Evaluation criteria

Students should demonstrate metalinguistic awareness, analytical skills and critical thinking.

Criteria for the composition of the final grade

The average mark between the language certification (CLA) and this exam.

Exam language

English/inglese